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Rafting Guide

Compensation: Hourly wage based on experience in the position, education level, and language proficiency.

Contract period: Full Time | Seasonal position May/June/July 2027

Location: Voss, Norway

Job Role:

You will guide safe river trips on up to Grade III & IV whitewater.

This person must possess strong interpersonal skills, be able to deliver high levels of customer service, have excellent group management skills, be a strong critical thinker, and have the ability to problem-solve. You will need to be flexible and adaptable in tailoring trips to suit individual needs, abilities and expectations.

Essential to have a Driver’s license category B, and the Taxi Driver License endorsement, which gives the ability to drive a van up to 8 passengers. If you have a Class B license, then it’s easy to get the Taxi Endorsement. Needs to take a theory test and get a health check with the doctor.

Key Responsibilities:

• First and foremost, uphold our mission “Create great memories for our guests”
• Ensure trips are run in a safe and timely manner
• Reliable, self-motivated and enthusiastic with strong communication skills and the ability to talk with people from different cultures and backgrounds
• Physically fit and enjoy being outdoors in all weathers
• Cleaning and drying of client paddling gear (wetsuits, PFD’s, splash jackets and neoprene booties)
• Ensure that vehicles are cleaned and fueled as required after the tours
• Maintain a clean and organized work space at base and storage room
• Engage with guests and be attentive to their needs
• Must be able to lift, load and unload rafts/kayaks from a trailer or to a car roof
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• To deliver informative trips educating guests about the local culture and history
• Conduct tour talks while driving to locations and at viewing points along tour route
• Be aware of weather forecast and monitor weather conditions: river levels, wind, rain and air temperature
• Follow Outdoor Norway's operating procedures and safety standards.

Key Attributes:

• Must be flexible and able to work weekends and public holidays
• Be organized and well presented
• Have the ability to manage risk and keep people safe when challenging clients to get out of their comfort zone and push their limits
• You must have strong communication skills and the ability to talk with people from different cultures and backgrounds
• You must be reliable, self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Physically fit and enjoy being outdoors all day in all weather conditions
• You need to love what you do

Qualifications Required:

• Rafting Guide Certification on rivers grade III and above or at least three years previous experience on Grade III & IV
• Whitewater kayak qualification or at least three years previous experience guiding on up to Grade III & IV whitewater
• Current first-aid certification including CPR (minimum 16 hours course within the last 3 years)
• Driver’s license category B, and the Taxi Driver License endorsement
• Must have excellent spoken and written English skills

Preference will be given to candidates with the following

• Candidates with a Driver’s license category D1 for minibus are at a strong advantage.
• Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder (8 to 10 days course)
• Whitewater Rescue Technician Certification
• A degree or equivalent in Outdoor Recreation
• At least three years experience working in the outdoors and adventure tourism industries
• Have experience guiding/leading other outdoor activities such as mountain biking, hiking and stand up SUP boarding
• Norwegian language skills as well as any other additional languages spoken